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bulletin

[C] Countable
pl: bulletins

This term carries a sense of urgency and formality. It suggests a curated piece of information meant for rapid dissemination, often associated with government agencies, newsrooms, or institutional administration. It lacks the conversational tone of a newsletter or the depth of a report, functioning instead as a concise alert. In a physical sense, the term evokes a communal hub of information. A bulletin board acts as a focal point for a specific group, whether in a school or an office, serving as a public archive for temporary announcements that require visibility to a collective audience.

Countable when referring to a specific announcement or a physical board.

Meanings

Noun
[someone][something]

A short official statement or summary of news issued to the public.

"The embassy issued a bulletin regarding travel warnings."

Noun
[someone][something]

A board on which notices are posted.

"The student checked the bulletin for the exam schedule."

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